I've been plugging my 04 in the last couple of night when it's been down in the teens and low 20. My thought was the truck not only would start easier (no missing) but the water would be warm enough that I wouldn't have to scrape the frost off the windows just turn the heater on. That hasn't been the case...or at least the warm water that is. Maybe I'm spoiled to the block heaters on Kenworths with C12 and C15 motors...you leave them plugged in over night, the motor is about 130-140 degrees the next morning...regardless of the outside temp. I had first though maybe the extension cord was at fault, but after plugging a work light into the cord I know the cord is fine. Is this normal for these motors? I'm not worried about the electrical usage overnight, just the welfare of the truck and trying not to waste the fuel.

 

On the 6.0 diesel it is on the passengers side above the start. Here is where it plugs in . . .





Here is where it comes out . . .

 

What a nice forum, I was trying to figure out how much I would spend to install a block heater, thanks for all your info, I found the heater, exactly where you said, all I need is the cord,

Thanks everyone. I am new on this forum, 2006, F 350, I am from the 91 prestroke.

 

lonewolftx- How did you get a camera in there to take pics?????????? I could barely get my hands in there!!!

 

Just flexible I guess. Glad this was helpful.. You might want to look at the local International (Navistar) Dealer for the heater cord as they have been shown to be 50 to 60% less than thru a Ford dealer.

Feel free to leave Rep points . . .

 

WELCOME!

Installing the cord is a really messy, sticky job. Especially if you follow the directions and route it per OEM. Plan on getting that underbody, black goo all over your arms and hands. Following the OEM instructions does secure it properly but man what a PITA!

 

do you guys have IH part # for the cord? i just got 2005 F350 that was sold to guy in FL and he opted out , the cord was not installed, the heater is there ... it would help to just go there with part# and pay for it....
thanks for help.

 

Sorry, I don't have it handi. It has been shown here many times so I suggest a search for it in the other threads on this subject. Good luck!

 

With winter coming, I was thinking of buying a cord since I will need it now that I moved up north. Thanks to all in this thread who posted pictures and explained where everything was. I was happy to see that the truck had the cord already installed (I bought it in Colorado) when I crept under my truck tonight. It's amazing how a few pictures will get you the answers you need so quickly.

Thanks!

 

International Part # 1686485C91

Also:

$62.72
http://catalog.powerstrokeshop.com/p...egoryID=124282

 

How long do you guys keep your trucks plugged in for? I was thinking a timer to cut down the hydro costs - and just say turn it on 3 hours before i leave in the morning. I know it depends on how cold it is but just generally speaking?

 

That is the typical approach. Need to make sure your timer is up to the amp draw too.

 

Thanks - its hard enough to explain to the wife why i need to plug it in w/o the hydro bill going up to. 20 years ago i worked at a salt mine that had a few 6.2 chevs and i tell you, IF you could get it to start it would sound like marbels in a coffee can and the damn thing never warmed up - we just left it running all night. Technology has improved - i hope

 

Some guys here dont plug in unless it is around 20 to 30 degrees. Last wnter I plugged in when it was in the 40's and you could tell a huge diffrence. Started right away. The timer is the key though. About 2 to 3 hours is what I would do.

 

I have a 2003 limited excursion I can see the two silver tabs and a hex bolt but nothing else above starter